Cashew Free Sparkling Cranberry Ginger Spritzer
This vibrant, jewel-toned spritzer is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or just want something more exciting than plain water. Fresh cranberries are simmered down with real ginger and maple syrup into a deeply flavored homemade syrup that's tart, warming, and just sweet enough. The lime juice adds a bright citrus lift that ties everything together beautifully. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass — no mystery additives, no shared-facility concerns, just clean, recognizable flavors. Topped off with chilled sparkling water and a handful of ice, it's refreshing and effervescent in the best possible way. The syrup can be made ahead and kept in the fridge, so you can pour gorgeous drinks on demand whenever the mood strikes.
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4 servings
For the cranberry ginger syrup
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
For the spritzer
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh cranberries or lime slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cranberries, water, maple syrup, and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the liquid turns deep red, about 8–10 minutes.
- 2
Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a heatproof bowl or measuring cup, pressing the solids firmly with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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